Kapalkundala - Chatterjee, Bankimchandra
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A classic of Bengali literature, Kapalkundala is a captivating tale of love, identity, and the clash between untamed nature and civilized society. Set against a mysterious forested backdrop, the novel follows the story of Kapalkundala--a wild yet innocent woman raised by a Tantric ascetic--and her journey after being rescued by the noble Nabakumar. What unfolds is a haunting exploration of cultural dissonance, spiritual tension, and the enduring human desire for belonging. Written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay--one of India's foremost literary pioneers--Kapalkundala masterfully blends…mehr

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A classic of Bengali literature, Kapalkundala is a captivating tale of love, identity, and the clash between untamed nature and civilized society. Set against a mysterious forested backdrop, the novel follows the story of Kapalkundala--a wild yet innocent woman raised by a Tantric ascetic--and her journey after being rescued by the noble Nabakumar. What unfolds is a haunting exploration of cultural dissonance, spiritual tension, and the enduring human desire for belonging. Written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay--one of India's foremost literary pioneers--Kapalkundala masterfully blends romance, suspense, and philosophical inquiry, making it a foundational work in Indian literature. A mystical tale of love, longing, and lost worlds. * Explore one of the earliest and most influential novels in Indian literature. * Delve into the mystical world of Tantric cults, forest hermits, and emotional awakening. * Discover the inner conflict between primal instinct and social expectations. * Experience the masterful storytelling of Bankim Chandra, author of Vande Mataram. * Reflect on timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and the quest for truth.
Autorenporträt
Born on June 27, 1838, in Kanthalpara village, Bengal Presidency, Bankimchandra Chatterjee belonged to an educated family. He obtained a degree in law in 1869 and was soon appointed as the Deputy Magistrate. A key figure in literary renaissance of Bengal, Chatterjee wrote a number of novels, essays, and poems. His first novel, Durgeshnandini, was published in March 1865. His other major works include Kapalkundala (1866), Mrinalini (1869), Vishabriksha (1873), Indira (1873, revised 1893), Jugalanguriya (1874), Radharani (1876, enlarged 1893), Chandrasekhar (1877), Rajani (1877), Rajsimha (1882), Anandamath (1882), Devi Chaudhurani (1884), and Sitaram (1887). Chatterjee breathed his last on April 8, 1894. He continues to be remembered for his literary achievements and social service.